Sunday, December 1, 2013

Find the Right Desk for Your Child's Bedroom

When your child begins school, even early on, you want to establish good study habits at home. We know the importance of making sure the homework is done and checked before the video games come out, and that your child eats well to maintain focus, but it's critical to establish a comfortable study zone. Your child needs quiet in order to concentrate on reading and schoolwork, and establishing study space with the right desk is a great way to encourage good grades.To find the right desk, you may scour the local furniture stores or places like Target for a good fit, but you should know that not all desks are tailored the same way. Definitely bring your child along to test chairs and desk, because he/she will be the one making use of it throughout school. A few things you'll want to consider as you shop include:1) Space. Consider the size of your child's room and the furniture already taking up space. You may need to shift things around to fit a desk - even after you've cleaned up the room! Be sure to measure potential areas and keep the data with you.2) Age. A desk is more than furniture, it is an investment in your child's education. As such, you likely do not intend to upgrade as you might with a bed as your child grows. If your child sits at one desk and it appears a bit high at first, note that in time your child will grow into it. You can consider a higher-sitting chair in the beginning - chairs are easier to replace than desks.3) Style. Student desks come in all sizes. Smaller desk tops may hold either a computer monitor or a stack of books - but not both - while larger models come with attached bookcases that stretch to the ceiling. As you shop for a desk, you should first evaluate your child's needs. Are drawers for holding supplies necessary? Do you need to conceal a tower unit? If your child has sufficient bookcases, you could probably get by with a smaller desk, otherwise you can seek out a multi-purpose style. Check the sturdiness of the desk, too. Wooden desks, if cared for well, can last many years. Metal desks with glass tops are also popular, but may require more care.Desks for children may run anywhere between $150 to as much as $500, depending on the brand and style. Research carefully your options, and give your child a comfortable but focused environment for learning at home.



Kathryn Lively is a freelance writer specializing in articles on wood furniture and unfinished wood furniture.

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